Chris Flisher: Pluto bring great impact

Monday

Apr 23, 2018 at 12:58 PM

By Chris Flisher

Week of April 23

The mighty, but little outer planet, Pluto turns retrograde at the beginning of the week. As mentioned in previous writings, Pluto is the harbinger of change and usually in a fairly dramatic and long-running manner. Much of that depends on the individual’s chart. There is a portion of your life where Pluto is currently positioned. It is in this area where you will likely see the greatest impact. Also if Pluto is in aspect to any other planet in an individual’s natal chart then an impression or change is quite likely. You may already be seeing this type of activity happening in your personal life. If you want to understand the influence more fully you would do well to get an astrologer to help you identify that part of your life. With that in mind, what does a Pluto retrograde look like? Like a retrograde of any planet (with the exception of the Sun and Moon) expect a review of the characteristics of the area of your life where the action is taking place. For example, if Pluto is moving through your fourth house (family and home) you may be undergoing a change in residence, a new family member may arrive, or you are looking to downsize. In each case the transformation or transition will be significant. When the retrograde occurs we are presented with an opportunity to reconsider our options.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You may find yourself in conversations about your employment this week. While that may sound threatening, stop to consider how those talks might evolve. Are you in line with your work expectations? Are you delivering on time? You may find that you need to step up your game in some manner.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Conversations regarding your forward progress are likely this week as you try and find a way to avoid the necessary. Stubbornness can work either for you or against you. In this regard you might find that you are being pushed to address a matter regarding education or travel. Respond to what is being asked of you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21): Expect to be engaged in some challenging conversations this week especially if you operate within a large organization. You might be negotiating duties or roles with team members and that dialog could get a little out of control so be apprised of the situation and act with restraint. Listen and do not push too hard or too far.

CANCER (June 22-July 22): You may be immersed in a conversation with a close friend at work this week. You may be dividing up duties and trying to find balance and equality and that is where things might get a bit dicey. If you can strive for an even-handed approach you may find that the response is more favorable.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You may be involved in some sort of presentation that highlights your unique skills. A transfer of knowledge or teaching may prominent this week. While you may enjoy being the messenger of valuable information you may also be asked to engage more than usual. So while the opportunity is rich, the challenge remains.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Your communication skills may be tested this week as you try and find a way to convince others of your point of view. If you can find the right logical approach to your case you may prove yourself to be right. Therein lies the challenge though, so be prepared to defend your stance on the matter.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): A conversation with your significant other may be a bit tense as you try and find a common angle to a domestic topic that is before both of you. A trade off may allow you to find a truly equitable solution but someone has to do the right thing and that may come down to you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You may be on the spot for contributing a document or a report that summarizes some of your regular tasks, similar to a status report. Your natural ability to investigate and research may be your greatest asset in this regard. You might have to put in extra time to accommodate a deadline.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): A familial discussion may ensue that involves the distribution of some capital asset. Long term loans, inheritances, and taxes are all likely targets in such a transaction. You may be tested in this matter by details and contracts that were in place prior to your knowledge. Your creativity may be tested trying to find a solution.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): In an effort to show that you are truly responsible you might find that the burden on you comes down to a financial settlement of some nature. If you can find the right approach you may be relieved as a show of good faith may go further than you might have originally imagined.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Discussions with business alliances may test your patience as the demand for a response from you puts you in a tight spot. How you navigate this situation may depend largely upon how willing you are to negotiate and compromise. As long as you adhere to a responsible standard you may find the right angle.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Expect to spend an inordinate amount of time working on a work project this week. While you may be familiar with burning the midnight oil, you may be tested by having to generate an appropriate response that allows you to state your intentions for the oncoming future. Allow room for error as this process might be challenging.

Chris Flisher is a Boxborough-based astrologer, artist and host of “The Turning of The Wheel” on iTunes and other podcast outlets. To learn more, send email to chris@chrisflisher.com or visit chrisflisher.com.